Morning Jolt: New iPhones expected today

Apple is expected to announce its new iPhone today, and expectations are high. CNN reports that Apple has lost ground in the smartphone market in recent years, with Samsung becoming a major player...

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Posted Sep. 10, 2013 at 7:01 AM

Posted Sep. 10, 2013 at 7:01 AM

Happening today

Apple is expected to announce its new iPhone today, and expectations are high. CNN reports that Apple has lost ground in the smartphone market in recent years, with Samsung becoming a major player. The new iPhone will need to improve more than its past two predecessors if it wants to remain an industry leader, the report says.

Watercooler talk

Where are the happiest people on Earth? According to a study by Columbia University’s Earth Institute, the happiest countries are Denmark, Norway, Switzerland, the Netherlands, Sweden and Canada. The U.S. comes in 17th on the list.

Opening bell

The Dow Jones opened at 15,063.12 after finishing up 140.62 points Monday.

Motivational quote

“The love of family and the admiration of friends is much more important than wealth and privilege.” - Charles Kuralt